Self-Help through Self-Awareness

The Rigid Mind

As a self-awareness coach and trainer, I often encounter people who have rigid minds and are completely stuck in a certain way of thinking about things. Sometimes it's someone who doesn't understand what I do, other times it's an individual who doesn't understand himself or herself.

Having a rigid mind can lead to not enjoying life to its fullest because you limit your options and opportunities. I've found that people who value self-awareness tend to be on the opposite side of the spectrum, they like to think freely and expansively and enjoy new experiences. Here are some characteristics of a rigid mind:

Inability to consider other points of view.

Belief in only one way of seeing the world.

Inflexibility of thought.

Imposing beliefs on others.

Inability to change.

Scared of new experiences.

Stuck in a certain behavior pattern.

Saying things like, "You can't teach an old dog new tricks," "My mind's made up," or "I'm happy with how I think."

There's nothing inherently evil about wanting to think and behave the same way over the over, it just tends to lead to getting stuck in a rut and repeating the same mistakes over and over. I enjoy connecting with self-aware, forward-thinking people because they're open to new experiences and are eager to live authentic lives.

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Self-Help through Self-Awareness

I’m Guy Farmer, The Self-Awareness Guy, and I’ve been coaching thoughtful, open-minded people for twelve years on topics like personal growth, self-development, and self-esteem. I hope the tips on this site help you live an amazing life.